Dichroic Glass Jewelry

Dichroic glass jewelry and fused glass Decor information

other-jewelry-124.jpgThis 18 ” necklace would be just the right accessory for most any special occassion. It is truly gorgous and sparkles like diamonds. It is handcrafted with 6mm clear AB Swarovski crystals from Austria and accented with 6mm ruby Swarovski crystals and rondells, plus sterling silver toggle clasp. It would be perfect for the bride or the mother-of-the-bride, or the occassion of your choice. This would make a fabulous gift for someone special.


dichroic-jewelry-105.jpgThis one-of-a kind necklace features dichroic glass set in PMC pure silver with 3 small PMC silver hearts dangling from the pendant.  The necklace is strung with 4mm clear  Swarovski crystals with a sterling silver clasp.  This striking creation is guaranteed to get noticed.


other-jewelry-107.jpgThis Swarovski crystal  6mm bracelet is available in many colors.  It has a sterling silver toggle clasp.  Check out my website to see  other 6mm and 4 mm Swarovski crystal single-strand bracelets, as well as double-strand Swarovski crystal bracelets.   Swarovski crystals are the finest Austrian crystals available. 


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Remember Mom with a gift for Mother’s Day that she will treasure and wear ofter.  This dichroic pendant and earrings set is one-of-a-kind and gorgeous.  Mom will be dazzling and she will appreciate your thoughtfulness.  The pendant comes with a 16″ black cord included.  Free shipping within the U.S.  Also get a free polishing cloth and anti-tarnish jewelry bag included. 


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With graduation time here, why not remember your graduate with one of these custom-made wine bottle stoppers that depict their college or university.  This example is for the University or Richmond.  Just send me the colors and school initials and I will create a very special  one for you.  These retail for $20.  Or just go to my website and pick out one from my selection.


Caring for Dichroic Glass Jewelry

April 29, 2008
posted by GlassJoe

fused glass jewelryThe care for dichroic glass jewelry is a very simple process, but necessary.  As each piece is unique, you want to make sure that the fused glass jewelry you own is taken care of, as it can’t be reproduced.  Here are some beginning tips:

 

Keep jewelry in a sealable plastic bag. Air and moisture can cause tarnishing.  It should only need cleaning once a year at most, maybe every two or three years.

 

If you think the gemstone is loose or it needs adjusting, have someone who does wirework look at it. 

 

Dichroic glass can be cleaned with glass cleaner or rubbing alcohol; use a cotton swab to apply.


A Brief History of Dichroic Glass

April 29, 2008
posted by GlassJoe

glass jewelryDichroic glass is a glass with multiple micro-layers of metal oxides which gives the glass dichroic optical properties.

 

Dichroic glass’s origins begin in the 1950’s and 1960’s when NASA developed them for use as optical filters — as a shield against cosmic radiation and many other uses – in satellite mirrors.

 

These days, dichroic is commonly found in glass jewelry form.  By fusing with other glass in multiple firings, each dichroic glass has a unique look and cannot be reproduced.


dichroic pendantThis dichroic pendant has been kiln-fired to create a color-shift that displays dazzling colors when viewed in the sunlight.  It has a silver bail and a sterling silver chain.  The colors range from blue and green to shades of red and gold on a black base.